Cosmos
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Cosmos is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek 'kosmos', meaning 'order' or 'universe'. It is also the name of a flower.”, and peaked in popularity in 1970.
What Cosmos Means
“From the Greek 'kosmos', meaning 'order' or 'universe'. It is also the name of a flower.”
The Story of Cosmos
A name that literally means the universe, suggesting infinite possibility and profound order.
From the Greek 'kosmos,' meaning 'order' or 'universe,' this name also shares its identity with a vibrant flower. Its usage as a given name is less common, first appearing around the 1970s, coinciding with a surge of interest in science and nature.
You imagine your son with this name possessing a boundless curiosity and a mind that sees connections everywhere. It is a name for a child who will explore the world with wonder, embracing both its order and its mysteries.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Cosmos Carl Sagan
Popular science television series written and presented by Carl Sagan
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#9 in 1970
Total Births
44
First Recorded
1970
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